The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD)  is the premier police agency in the nation. We are a dedicated community-oriented police department that serves and protects residents of and visitors to Washington, DC. MPD offers a competitive starting salary and benefits for its sworn members, and many opportunities for advancement through our competitive promotional process. If you choose the MPD you will learn hands-on from some of the best public safety professionals in the country and get a chance to make a difference.

The MPD Recruit Housing Allowance Incentive Program is designed to assist new police officers in their transition to working and living in the communities they serve in Washington, D.C. Eligible MPD recruits who sign up between April 2018 and September 2018 will receive rental assistance of $1,000 per month for six months, for properties in DC.  To learn more, click here.